Have you ever noticed how virtually all of the people we call heroes have made great
sacrifices in one way or another? To achieve the ends they deemed worthwhile, these
people sacrificed their time, their finances, their health, even their lives. And because they
willingly relinquished any claims to these things (which we take for granted), we view these
people as heroes, worthy of honor and emulation.
Throughout the centuries, God has used sacrifice as the marble from which He carves
greatness. Here are some people we call heroes for the sacrifices they made:
What sacrifice can you offer to God this day? What material will you give Him so that
He can carve greatness from your life?